News from the J.V. Fletcher Library

Thursday

Feb 8, 2018 at 3:14 PM

Friends of the Library Book Sale: 6:30 -9 p.m. Feb. 9 for members only, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Feb. 10 and 2-4 p.m. Feb. 11. The Friends of the J.V. Fletcher Library Inc. will be holding a book sale. On Sunday all materials will be offered at half price. Memberships will be available at the door at the preview sale Feb. 9. The sale will include over 15,000 books plus CDs, vinyl, audio books and DVDs. Regular prices are 50 cents and up for paperbacks and $1 and up for hardcover books. They will accept credit card payments, checks and cash.

J.V. Fletcher Library Participating in MBLC and Bruins PJ Drive: The J.V. Fletcher Library has teamed up with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the Boston Bruins to participate in their annual pajama drive to benefit DCF Kids and Cradles to Crayons. The PJ Drive’s goal is to collect 15,000 pairs of new pajamas for children and teens in need. The PJ Drive runs from Feb. 1 through March 15. The library will be collecting new pairs of pajamas for babies, children and teens. The drop off bin is located across from the Main Desk.

Teen and Tween Make & Take: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 12 in the library’s Meeting Room. Each Monday teens will participate in a variety of hands-on activities that will include making fun, seasonal crafts and exploring STEAM activities. All materials will be provided. This week attendees will be making snowman cookies and water bottle wind spirals. This is a free, drop-in event. Registration not required.

Adult Coloring Party: 7 p.m. Feb. 15. Are you looking for a relaxing way to spend the evening? Explore the latest trend in relaxation; adult coloring books. Specially designed adult coloring pages and colored pencils will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. Free. Drop in.

Advanced Snap Circuits and Take aparts: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Feb. 16. The library has five Snap Circuits kits to play with: RC Cars, Light, Motion, Arcade and 3D Illumination. Register online. This free program is for children in grades 3 to 5.

Book Purse Craft: 1 p.m. Feb. 17. Crafter Elaine Sousa will lead participants in creating a purse made out of a book cover. Add personal touches with an array of artistic embellishments. All materials are provided. Participants should bring scissors appropriate for cutting material. Registration required.

Big Joe Storyteller, “The Robin Williams of the G-Rated set”: 11 a.m. Feb. 20. This promises to be a rambunctious, exciting, energetic and animated program with Big Joe. There will be puppets, there will be props, and best of all, there will be stories kids will not soon forget. Tickets are $2 for children and adults are available in the Youth Services department. This program is for ages 5 and older.

Teen and Tween Big Games: 1-3 p.m. Feb. 20. Teens and tweens in grades 5 to 12 will play “BIG” Indoor Games. Snacks will be served. Registration required for this free program. Teens and tweens can register online, by phone or in person.

Cookbook Book Club: 7 p.m. Feb. 20. The Cookbook Book Club is dedicated to exploring cookbooks and sampling new recipes. Copies of this month’s choice, “Jerusalem a Cookbook,” by Yotam Ottolenghi are available for check out at the Main Desk. If you would like to bring a dish from the cookbook, not required to participate, contact Sarah Regan in the Information Services Department at 978-399-2309. The Cookbook Book Club is funded by the Friends of the Library. No registration required.

Teen and Tween Graffiti Art Afternoon with Sherry Hoffman: 2-4 p.m. Feb. 21. Teens and Tweens in grades 5 to 12 will be looking at graffiti art through artist’s Keith Harin’s eyes and creating their own graffiti. Registration required for this free program. Teens and tweens can register online, by phone,or in person.

The Motion Man: 1 p.m. Feb. 22. The Motion Man has it all: precision pantomime, lyrical movement, hysterical characterizations, and inspirational improvisation. Tickets are $2 for children in grades K and older are available for pick up in the Youth Services department starting Feb. 5.

On Silent Wings-The Magic of the Snowy Owl: 7 p.m. Feb. 22. Wildlife Photographer Peter Christoph shares his rare and intimate photographs of the snowy owls taken in their winter habitat. Several of his snowy owl photos have earned national and international awards. No registration required. Open to all ages.

Chinese New Year Lion Dance and Craft: 11 a.m. Feb. 24. The Hung Gar Kung Fu and Lion Dance Academy of Lowell will perform their spectacular Lion Dance in celebration of the Chinese New Year. Following the dance, the troupe will meet with fans in the Meeting Room for a closer look at the lion heads, the drums and to answer questions. There will also be offering a simple drop in craft to celebrate the Year of the Dog. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $2 for children and adults are available in the Youth Services department.